Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary) Tours

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Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the Hanging Church, which is still in use, is called the Hanging or Suspended Church as it is built on top of the Water Gate of Roman Babylon. Steep stairs lead from the forecourt to a 19th -century façade topped by twin bell towers. Beyond is a small inner courtyard, usually filled with sellers of taped liturgies and videos of the Coptic pope, Shenouda III.

The interior of this 9th-century (some say 7th-century) church, renovated many times throughout the centuries, has three barrel-vaulted, wooden-roofed aisles. Ivory-inlaid screens hide the three haikal s (altar areas), but in front of them, raised on 13 slender pillars that represent Christ and his disciples, is a fine pulpit used only on Palm Sunday. One of the pillars, darker than the rest, is said to symbolize Judas. In the baptistry, off to the right, a panel has been cut out of the floor revealing the Water Gate below. From here there is a good view of one of the gate's twin towers.

Practical Info

The Hanging Church is in Old Cairo, also known as Coptic Cairo. The easiest way to get there is by taxi.

Full day tour visiting the old Cairo, which is known as the Cairo Coptic (Christian and Islamic). Highlights include Citadel of Saladin, Alabaster Mosque, Mohamed Ali Pasha Palace, Mosques of Sultan Hassan, Al-Rifai, Churches of Hanging, St Sergio's, St. Barbara; Ben Ezra and Lunch included in the price.

Spend a short trip to Egypt in 3 days and explore the most important tourist attractions in Egypt where you will visit the three Pyramids,Sphinx and Coptic Cairo. At night enjoy an Egyptian Nile Dinner cruise with Egyptian folklore and open buffet.

Combine visits to the Pyramids of Giza, the Hanging Church, and the Alabaster Mosque with personalized attention on this private tour from Cairo. With a dedicated Egyptologist guide to shed light on the facts, learn about three historical periods that led to the construction of these three marvels: the Pharaonic, the Christian, and the Islamic. All entrance fees, lunch, a camel ride, and round-trip private transportation from Cairo included.

See the Giza Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum and the Hanging Church on a full-day tour through Cairo’s remarkable history and heritage. Visit a trio of pyramids on the Giza Plateau as you explore alongside an Egyptologist guide, meet the mysterious Great Sphinx then learn how King Chephren was mummified at his royal Valley Temple. Browse statues, artifacts and pharaohs’ treasure in the remarkable collections at the Egyptian museum, then discover gilded icons and holy relics in an Old City Coptic church.

Hassle free vacation in Egypt, this is what you will get with this tour as you will start from Cairo airport and end there too, during the tours you will visit Giza, Sakkara, Dahshur, Egyptian museum, Citadel, Alabaster Mosque Hanging Church, Khan el Khalili bazaar, Alexandria and much more.

Visit the Giza pyramids and four of Cairo’s atmospheric religious sites with a private guide on a revealing day trip. During your private 8-hour tour, see Giza’s pyramids and Sphinx, and then head into Old Cairo to explore the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue and Church of St George as you uncover their age-old history. Lastly, visit Cairo’s Moqqatam area to view the stunning Cave Church, a 20th-century Coptic Christian church built into rocky hills. Your tour includes a tasty Egyptian lunch and hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Cast your flashlight into Cairo’s ancient, medieval and late Ottoman eras on a private, full-day tour to the Giza pyramids, Hanging Church and Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque. With an Egyptologist guide, explore the 4,500-year-old pyramids, Great Sphinx and Valley Temple at the Giza Plateau. After lunch at a local restaurant, fast-forward to early medieval times at the Hanging Church, one of Egypt’s oldest Coptic churches, famously built above a Roman fortress. Finish at the hilltop Citadel of Saladin to admire the magnificent, 19th-century Alabaster Mosque, a symbol of Ottoman-ruled Cairo.

Hassle free vacation in Egypt, this is what you will get with this tour as you will start from Cairo airport and end there too, during the tours you will visit Giza, Sakkara, Dahshur, Egyptian museum, Citadel, Alabaster Mosque Hanging Church, Khan el Khalili bazaar, Alexandria, Enjoy the sound and light show in Giza as well as dinner cruise on the Nile and much more.

Enjoy a half-day exploring some of Coptic Cairo's top sites on this remarkable private tour. Follow an expert Egyptologist through ancient ruins, historic landmarks and top attractions. Learn about history and Coptic Christian culture as you wind through the streets and alleys of Old Cairo. You'll visit Abu Serga, where the holy family sought refuge, as well as the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Santa Barbara and more.

Behold the ancient majesty of Egypt on a private full-day trip to the Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum from Cairo. From the scorching sands of the desert, gaze at the Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and visit the iconic golden mask of Tutankhamen in the Egyptian Museum. See, too, the Alabaster Mosque and the Hanging Church during a tour of Cairo. Round-trip transportation from your Cairo hotel and a traditional Egyptian lunch are included.

Ancient Egypt evokes images of massive pyramids, shrouded pharos, and political drama along the banks of the Nile. Discover the real stories behind the legends on this 8-night private or small-group tour of Egypt from Cairo. This tour includes lodging in 5-star hotels, a 4-night luxury cruise from Luxor to Aswan, and a professional Egyptologist guide. The price also includes two domestic flights and all meals, lodging, and activities as per itinerary.

Maximize your time in Egypt by travelling to the Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Antiquities Museum by air from Hurghada. Following a short flight to Cairo, you’ll head straight to the Giza Pyramids to uncover the mysteries of Ancient Egypt. Gaze upon the iconic Sphinx statue; behold glittering treasures in the Egyptian Antiquities Museum; and explore the ancient streets of Old Cairo. Round-trip flights, hotel transfers and lunch are included.

Combine the rich heritage of Cairo with the magic of a 5-day, 4-night Nile cruise on this comprehensive Egypt vacation package—a must for any lover of history. In Cairo, discover the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, and Coptic Cairo. In Luxor, see the temples of Karnak, Luxor, and Hatshepsut, and stroll the Valley of the Kings, before cruising to Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan. Tour includes flights, private hotel and airport transfers, and most meals.

Done the Great Pyramids? Devote the day to Cairo’s other highlights on a private trip to the Egyptian Museum, Coptic quarter, Islamic Cairo and Khan El-Khalili bazaar, with a qualified Egyptologist guide. Traveling between the sights by air-conditioned minivan, explore the Egyptian Museum, home to some 165,000 artifacts including Tutankhamun’s treasures. Discover the historical mosques of Islamic Cairo, including the Mohamed Ali Mosque at the Citadel, and see the Hanging Church and more in Coptic Cairo. Finish at the Khan El-Khalili with time to peruse the captivating lanes and stalls.

Explore ancient Giza, Luxor, Cairo, and Alexandria—the seaside city built by Alexander the Great—on a convenient and cost-effective four-day tour package. After hotel pickup, travel with your Egyptologist guide to the Great Pyramids, Valley of the Kings, the Citadel, and the historic Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Enjoy a felucca ride on the Nile, meals, and airline travel included in the tour price.

Plunge into the ancient history of Coptic Cairo on a private full-day tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Absorb the historical charm of Old Cairo, an atmospheric enclave home to landmarks like the Hanging Church and the Roman ruins of the Babylon Fortress. Descend to the crypt of an archaic Coptic church; feast on typical Egyptian dishes like Koshary at lunchtime; and head inside the colossal mountain, El Moqqatam, to see the holy inscriptions carved onto the stone walls. Receive undivided attention from your guide on this educational private tour.

Marvel at Cairo’s UNESCO-listed treasures on a small-group tour of the city’s historic churches. Explore Coptic Cairo and the famous Hanging Church; visit the Cave Church, the Church of Santa Barbara, and Church of Saint Sergius; and learn more about Cairo’s rich religious history and heritage.

Explore Egypt’s well-known areas and hidden gems, too, on this 13-day cruise along the Nile and Lake Nasser, including 12 nights of accommodations. Stop by cities, such as Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor, and see highlights, such as Valley of the Kings, the Pyramids of Giza, the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Temple of Kom Ombo, the Temple of Edfu, and Luxor Temple. Onbaord your cruise, be entertained by a belly-dancing show and Nubian folk show.

This tour is designed to show you the best that Cairo has to offer in 5 days. It will take you through Cairo famous landmarks, attractions and museums such as the Egyptian Museum, the Giza pyramids and the old mosques and churches. It ensures you have some relaxation time on the Nile and in Cairo famous parks and markets. This planning takes into consideration the fact that you can skip most of the infamous long lines, which means that you can actually do and see more. If you are looking for a completely stress free vacation then this is the plan for you.

If you enjoy a more in-depth approach to history, immerse deeply in Cairo’s colorful past on this private tour of the Alabaster Mosque and the Hanging Church. Learn about Mohammad Ali, considered the founder of modern Egypt, as you tour the mosque that commemorates his son, then discover the lengthy history of Coptic Christianity as you explore the Hanging Church, one of Egypt’s oldest churches.

Discover the top attractions of both Cairo & Luxor on this 5 Days private tour Package to Cairo and Luxor.you will see the highlights of Cairo & Luxor. Visit the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, and Khan Al Khalili in Islamic Cairo before heading south to Luxor. Discover the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, Karnak Temple complex and Luxor Temple with qualified Egyptologist and private transportation.TOUR HIGHLIGHTS : • Explore all Must-See sights in Cairo • Visit the Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx. • Discover all Cairo’s Mosques, churches. • See the treasures of the Egyptian Museum • Visit the Valley of the Kings • Visit the West Bank attractions in Luxor. • Visit the Great Karnak & Luxor temples.